Parliamentary Calls to Reform the Health Sector and Address Stalled Hospital Projects

Parliamentary calls have intensified demanding a comprehensive review of the strategy for building health institutions in Iraq, warning that the continued stalling of several strategic hospital projects for over 15 years is exacerbating the medical services crisis. Parliamentary bodies noted that rapid population growth requires a shift towards building comprehensive, specialized hospitals capable of performing complex surgeries, rather than relying solely on primary care centers. Observers called for a re-evaluation of health investment mechanisms and reliance on national expertise to ensure the provision of advanced medical care, reducing the need for citizens to travel abroad for treatment.